R001966
Monday, March 18, 2002 2:45 PM
Gay and lesbian partner compensation
To Whom It May Concern,
It's an outrage that the 9/11 Compensation fund excludes partners of
gays and lesbians. There were many gay heroes on that day, including
(who helped bring down the plane in PA) and (who died in the line of duty when the first tower fell),
and countless others. We shame their heroism and their memory by
neglecting their spouses who, just as their straight counterparts, are
left to take care of their families and grieve in the wake of this grave
incident. Rest assured that the gay community and the majority out
there who support equity in compensation among all spouses and families
will make their voice heard if this issue is ignored. This is simply
prejudice, not just a legal matter. Because if were simply a legal
matter, we wouldn't be giving compensation to the families of illegal
immigrants. Do the right thing and include all families who lost loved
ones that day. It's less than American to do anything else.
Thanks,
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